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Living the Gourmet: Key Lime Bars
I’m having a difficult time believing that we are half way through August.

The last month and a half is just one big blur to me and in the midst of it all, time just seemed to slipped away; but isn’t that the story of life?

I’m all about the little moments. So, take a moment with me to forget about the world’s problems and enjoy a key lime bar.

This refreshing dessert boasts of a cool and creamy whipped filling. The best part is that it is practically a no-bake dessert. I did bake the crust for 15 minutes in the oven, but if you wish to make it completely no-bake refer to my notes on the recipe card.

Living the Gourmet: Key Lime Bars

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (about 3 sleeves) graham crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 4 tablespoons butter, chilled

Key Lime Filling:

  • 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Shredded coconut for garnish

Instructions

Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine flour, graham crackers, oats and butter together, then blend with a pastry blender. Press to the bottom of a square baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool completely before filling.

Key Lime Filling:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed milk with lime juice and lime zest. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl whip cream and sugar together until stiff peaks form. Fold into the condensed milk and lime mixtures until a smooth thick batter comes together. Pour into the prepared crust and top with coconut flakes.
  3. Cover with clingfilm and refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Notes

To make this recipe completely no-bake, mix 11/2 cups crushed graham crackers, a tablespoon of sugar with 4-5 tablespoons melted butter. Press to the bottom of your pie dish and proceed with the rest of the recipe as directed.

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Living the Gourmet: Key Lime Bars
xo,
Tammy<3

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  1. Comedy Plus says

    My granddaughter loves key lime anything. She would really like these. I think I’ll make her some.

    I got my book yesterday and hubby (who does all the cooking) is reading it. He’s says it’s a great way to eat healthy.

    Have a fabulous day Catherine. ♥♥♥

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  4. Alida says

    Oh yes, I seriously fancy this one. Looks very fresh, so creamy and ever so inviting. Your family is very lucky.
    Yes summer is slipping away! And always so fast! I am making the most of the last few weeks!

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  5. Dottie Sauchelli Balin says

    Dear Tammy, How luscious this looks, and I am sure it is delectable. Love Key Lime anything…I think the coconut adds such a wonderful flavor. Gosh, it looks so creamy, I want a slice, please! Not hard to prepare, so I will have to try this one for sure. Great job, Tammy. You have a blessed night and a fabulous rest of the week…Dottie 🙂

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  6. Juliana says

    Wow, this key lime pie looks delicious, gorgeous! Like tartness and the creaminess of it…wish would dig my fork in it.
    Have a wonderful week Catherine 😀

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  8. Elizabeth says

    First, I must say that your site is simply striking! The black with the beautiful picture at the top is entrancing! Second, I love key lime pie. I have a very similar recipe for the filling, but I love that you add oats to the crust. I haven’t tried that, but now I will. Sounds delish and adds texture. Love it!

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  9. Marianne says

    Don’t know if it’s my iPad or not, because no one else mentioned this, but the first ingredient listed for the crust is “1/2 c all purpose…..”
    I assume it’s supposed to be flour, but I’d like to verify this?
    Thanks!

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  15. Reeni says

    So delicious and refreshing! This is like the perfect summer dessert! I can’t even believe August is halfway over! It’s gone by fast for me too – I’m glad – my favorite time of the year is coming. 😉 xo

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  16. Miz Helen says

    I am with you I can’t believe that August is almost gone. We will just love your Key Lime Bars, we really like that Key Lime flavor. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  17. Big Daddy Dave says

    Tammy, These key lime look great! Love key lime… Great detailed instructions, nicely photographed. Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave

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  20. Stacy @ Huddlenet.com says

    You’re absolutely right.. Summer has been a blur! I swear I just put the Christmas decorations away. Oh, how time flies! Thank you for sharing on Merry Mondays. Pinned & Tweeted 🙂 ~Stacy

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  21. Kathy says

    I’ll have to share this recipe with my daughter – her boyfriend loves key lime! I do appreciate you sharing with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  22. Laura C. says

    This may be a dumb question but what kind if whipping cream are you using, homemade or store bought?

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    • Living the Gourmet says

      Hi Laura! I am using homemade whipped cream for this recipe. I made the whipped cream with whipping cream. Whipping cream is basically just heavy cream and you can usually find it in the dairy aisle. It has a lighter fat content than heavy cream, but you can use heavy cream if you cannot find whipping cream. Either will do…then just proceed with step #5 🙂

      Thank you for stopping by and come again soon!

      -Tammy

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  29. Stephanie says

    Oh my, how lush and heavenly! I could enjoy some of this right now with my morning cup of coffee 🙂 Thanks for sharing your delicious recipes with Roses of Inspiration. Hugs!

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  30. April J Harris says

    I have such a weakness for key lime anything – and your Key Lime Bars look amazing, Catherine! Pinned and sharing. Thank you so much for being a part of the Hearth and Soul hop.

    ★★★★★

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  31. Jill Skinner says

    I only see instructions #1. I assume the rest of the ingredients are mixed together, but do you whip the cream first and fold in, or mix it all as is??? Thanks

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    • Living the Gourmet says

      Hi Jill,
      I apologize for that! I just corrected that.
      Whisk the condensed milk with the lime juice and zest separately, then whip the cream and sugar together.
      Fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk/lime juice mixtures. Refrigerate for a few hours to set until serving.
      Hope this helps!

      Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoy these Key Lime Bars as much as we did!

      Toodles,
      Tammy<3

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  34. Nutmeg Nanny says

    These bars looks so good! Growing up my grandma would always make me key lime pie as my birthday “cake” because I loved it more. This totally reminds me of her delicious pie. Great recipe!

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